The James Monroe Elementary School in Chicago at 3651 W Schubert Ave. serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and is considered Logan Square's largest neighborhood school. James Monroe's impressive stone facade reflects the school's unique presence in the community as a cluster magnet school for world languages.
Enrolling 740 students who enjoy an average class size of 25 and an average teacher-to-student ratio of 12-to-1, every student at James Monroe is expected to speak, listen to and write Spanish. Students also study Spanish literature and learn about the music and holiday traditions of Latin countries. In total, James Monroe Elementary supports three Magnet programs in Spanish, Art and Blended Needs.
James Monroe Elementary is home to an engaging mix of extracurricular opportunities. Participation in student orchestra, band, the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance, computer coding, Opera for All and the STEM Lab provide students with a vibrant culture of enrichment. Athletic programs supported include basketball, softball, cross country, soccer, track and field and volleyball
The school's motto: "Go Bigger, Go Further: Together," echoes Monroe Elementary School's mission to unite the culturally diverse neighborhood of Logan Square. Through education and inclusion, James Monroe Elementary teaches students the value of both individual and shared successes.
Monroe Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
3651 W Schubert Ave,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Edwin Rivera
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
6%
Reading Proficiency
19%
Niche Grade
C+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
6%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
50
Full Time Teachers
50
Teachers in First or Second Year
2%
GreatSchools Rating
2
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
721:1
Student Diversity
Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%
Hispanic
91.4%
White
5.2%
Two or more races
1.7%
Black
1.7%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/8/2019
what I liked about James Monroe elementary school, I liked the teachers, the sports they have. Also the academic classes they have to offer. They also have a great schedule to maintain the student on track and get them prepared for high school.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/16/2016
James Monroe Elementary School has a great Parent-Mentor Program that assists teachers in the classrooms. This program is beneficial to the children as well because the parents are positive role-models for students during class. The staff, parents and students are a community that works very well to...
1/10/2011
This school is great. I've been here since pre-k and will hopefully stay until 8th grade. The teachers are great and the help we get here couldn't be better!
12/16/2009
6/18/2007
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Attendance Zone
About Logan Square
List Price Range
$266K - $2.3M
Homes For Sale
55
Average Home Value
$679,230
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
68%
Household Income
$111,711
% of College Grads
56.8%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
3,092 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
60.4%
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